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Welcome to Gasification 2026: Shaping the Future of Sustainable Energy
As the global imperative for decarbonization accelerates and the demand for diversified, sustainable energy solutions grows, the pivotal role of gasification in the modern energy landscape has never been more pronounced. ACI is proud to present Gasification 2026, our highly anticipated annual event designed to convene leading experts, visionary innovators, and key stakeholders from across the entire gasification value chain. Join us for two intensive days of insightful discussions, groundbreaking presentations, and unparalleled networking opportunities, as we collectively delve into the very latest advancements, explore pressing challenges, and chart the promising future prospects of gasification technologies.
Gasification, a robust and highly versatile thermochemical process, offers an incredibly efficient pathway to convert an expansive array of feedstocks – ranging from diverse forms of biomass and municipal solid waste to various grades of coal and industrial residues – into a valuable and flexible syngas. This syngas, a cornerstone of a truly circular economy, can be utilized for highly efficient power generation, transformed into sustainable liquid fuels, converted into a wide spectrum of essential chemicals and fertilizers, or serve as a clean source for the production of high-purity hydrogen.
At Gasification 2026, our comprehensive agenda will meticulously explore pivotal topics currently shaping the industry. These include the development and implementation of novel gasifier designs for enhanced efficiency and feedstock flexibility, the seamless integration of advanced carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies, significant advancements in syngas cleaning and conditioning, and a detailed examination of the techno-economic viability and successful deployment strategies for commercial-scale gasification projects worldwide. We’ll also address crucial policy frameworks and the financial mechanisms driving investment.
This event is far more than just a traditional conference; it represents a dynamic platform for critical collaboration, fostering genuine innovation, and forging powerful partnerships. Whether your involvement lies in cutting-edge research, project deployment, policy-making, or strategic investment, Gasification 2026 will undoubtedly provide you with the essential knowledge, invaluable insights, and crucial connections required to successfully navigate and thrive within this rapidly evolving sector.
Join us at Gasification 2026 on the 25th & 26th March in Berlin and become an integral part of the collective journey towards a cleaner, more resilient, and truly sustainable energy future for all. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you and facilitating meaningful interactions that will drive real progress.
- Strategic Framing & Market Context
- Investments & Risk & Bankability
- Regulatory Frameworks & Policy Alignment
- Feedstock Eligibility & Sustainability Classifications
- Project Design, Scale & Deployment Models
- End -User demand and Market Pull
- Technology Innovation & Integration
- Application & End Products
- Mattias Kuba – Area Manager – Syngas Platform Technologies – BEST
- Henrik Thunmann – Professor, Head of Division, Division of
Energy Technology Chalmers University - Henrik Brodin – Head of Energy Transition – Sodra
- Ian Crummack – CEO – Cobalt Energy
- Stephen B. Harrison – Managing Director –sbh4 Consulting
- Anastasiya Agapova – Technical and Project Officer – EBA
- Lisa Schmidt – Secretary General – IBTC
- Rafik Ammar – Poicy Director at Electric Natural Gas Coalition
- Esteban Santirso – Biomass Business Unit Director –Magnon Green Energy
- Clifton G. Keeler – Vice President Business Development – SunGas Renewables
- Andrea Angeletti – Nextchem Circular Solutions COmmercial VP – NextChem
- Alireza Mohammadi – Senior Technical Director – Gidara Energy
- Javier Gil – Director Biomass Department – Cener
- Claudio Marsico – Head of Sales TF – Biomass and Waste to Chemicals/Synthetic Fuel – Thyssenkrupp
- Thomas Muller – Head of Gases Development – GRDF
- Nikolaus Garrels – Product & Sales Manager Gasification Business – ARVOS SCHMIDTSCHE SCHACK
- Andres Ponce – CEO WT Energy
- Christiaan Van Der Meijden – Consultant Thermal Conversion –Biomass Energy Engineering
- Matthias Mueller-Hagedorn – Senior Research Engineer– BASF
- Jorge Roman – Product Manager H2 SITE
- Reinhard Rauch – Professor For Chemical Conversion Of Renewable Energy – Karlsruhe Institute
- Christos Tzagkas – Policy Officer – ERGaR
- Energy companies
- Gasification Plant Owners
- Gas Suppliers
- Investors
- Gasification Technology providers
- Utility Companies
- Market Analysts
- Consultants
- Regulatory Bodies
- Associations
COFFEE BREAK PARTNER DAY 1
Sumitomo Heavy Industries, Ltd. was founded in 1888 as the “manufacturing company” responsible for manufacturing and repairing machinery and tools used for the development of the Besshi Cooper Mine, the founder of the Sumitomo Group. Since the foundation, we have provided a wide variety of products and services that meet demands of the times as a comprehensive machinery manufacturer under the corporate mission of “contributing to the society through first-class products and services” inheriting the Sumitomo’s Business Philosophy.
COFFEE BREAK PARTNER DAY 2
NEXTCHEM is the company within the Italian MAIRE Group dedicated to Sustainable Technology Solutions, focused on enabling the energy transition and decarbonization of industries. It provides a wide range of technologies, engineering services, and proprietary equipment to help clients reduce emissions and adopt circular economy practices
SunGas is a global leader in advanced gasification technology, enabling the production of clean advanced biofuels at scale. With 50 years of expertise in gasification, our proven technology converts woody biomass and waste feedstocks into high-purity syngas, the foundation for renewable fuels including renewable methanol, natural gas, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), and hydrogen. SunGas parent company, C2X, is driving development of the Beaver Lake Biofuels project in central Louisiana, the first of multiple planned production facilities across North America. A.P. Moller Holdings, ENEOS and Maersk are key C2X investors, linking SunGas directly to the growing demand for sustainable marine fuels and other energy products.
Axens group provides a complete range of solutions for the conversion of oil and biomass to cleaner fuels, the production and purification of major petrochemical intermediates, the chemical recycling of plastics, all natural gas treatment and conversion options along with water treatment and carbon capture. The offer includes technologies, equipment, furnaces, modular units, catalysts, adsorbents and related services. Axens is ideally positioned to cover the entire value chain, from feasibility study to unit start-up and follow-up throughout the entire unit life cycle. This unique position ensures the highest level of performance with a reduced environmental footprint. Axens global offer is based on highly trained human resources, modern production facilities and an extended global network for industrial, technical supports and commercial services. Axens is an IFP Group company.
H2SITE is an industrial company specializing in the on-site production and separation of high-purity hydrogen. By using advanced palladium-alloy membrane reactor technology, H2SITE enables efficient and cost-effective hydrogen generation and purification directly at the point of use.
The company’s solutions address the challenge of cost-effective hydrogen transportation and storage by decentralizing production through ammonia cracking and gas separation technologies, reducing both costs and emissions.
H2SITE serves multiple industries, including chemical manufacturing, maritime, energy, and transportation, supporting the development of the hydrogen economy and the global transition toward cleaner energy sources. Through scalable and sustainable hydrogen solutions, H2SITE plays a key role in enabling decarbonization across multiple sectors.
BIOPLAN – Flexible Membrane Systems Supporting Stable and Compliant Energy Processes
BIOPLAN specialises in advanced membrane solutions used primarily in biogas, biomethane and industrial processing facilities. Its portfolio includes gas holders, membrane roofs for fermenters and tanks, flexible liquid storage systems and emission-reducing covers. These solutions are designed to support stable operation, environmental compliance and long-term durability in installations exposed to variable operating conditions.
In addition to system delivery, BIOPLAN provides on-site service and maintenance, including membrane installation, replacement and repairs. This ensures continuity of operation and extends the service life of storage and roofing systems without lengthy shutdowns.
Drawing on the engineering and manufacturing background of the Pol-Plan group, BIOPLAN develops membrane technologies that respond to growing market expectations for efficiency, safety and environmental responsibility. As energy and industrial processes continue to evolve, flexible membrane systems are becoming an essential element in maintaining stable, compliant and cost-effective operations.
thyssenkrupp Uhde combines unique technological expertise and decades of global experience in the engineering, procurement, construction and service of chemical plants. We develop innovative processes and products for a more sustainable future and thus contribute to the long-term success of our customers in almost all areas of the chemical industry. Our portfolio includes leading technologies for the production of basic chemicals, fertilizers and polymers as well as complete value-chains for green hydrogen and sustainable chemicals.
SCHMIDTSCHE SCHACK | ARVOS best known as a leading designer, fabricator, and service provider for its outstanding and customized heat transfer solutions for highest pressures and temperatures since 1910. With our headquarters in Germany and connected to our affiliated offices and hubs all over the world, we are always close to our customers worldwide.
We are a strong partner to the world’s leading engineering companies, contractors, and plant operators in the chemical, petrochemical, metallurgical, and refining industries as well as in the pioneering waste-to-value business. Our custom-made and ready for plant digitalization heat transfer solutions treat process gases in very demanding and individual processes.
With our mission to enable our customers to recover valuable energy, to reduce process emissions and to reuse raw materials, our solutions are contributing to global carbon reduction, waste upcycling and energy transition efforts. Our thousands in operation SCHMIDT’SCHE® and SCHACK® product solutions include:
- Air Preheaters and Boilers for carbon black and sludge incineration plants
- Fired Heaters for TiO2, acetylene, refinery, and sulphuric acid plants
- Process Gas Cooling solutions for nitric acid plants
- Process Gas Boilers and Steam Superheaters for hydrogen, ammonia, and methanol plants
- Recuperators for glass and steel plants
- Syngas Coolers for gasification and partial oxidation plants
- Transfer Line Exchangers for ethylene plants
- Waste Heat Recovery Units for steam reforming and DRI plants
WtEnergy Advanced Solutions , is a Technological company for implementing Advanced Thermochemical Conversion Technologies to Energy from Biomass and Waste Fuels.
The technology is used to Decarbonize the cement industry, through the proprietary Gasification Technology, recognized with the Seal of Excellence from the EU in 2022. The technology is capable to transform SRF into a Syngas free from Chlorine, and capable to improve the combustion process of the current kilns.
In 2023, WtEnergy have developed the technology to produce Green Hydrogen from biomass and waste.
Located in Barcelona, Spain, and founded in 2017 by Andrés Ponce Contreras and Antonio Crous, is also currently participated by CEMEX and COPISA.
Technology Awarded to be implemented in the CLYNGAS Project (https://clyngas.com/en/the-project/), to reduce more than 400.000 tons of CO2 in 10 years from a cement kiln, with a 30MW fuel substitution.
GIDARA Energy is focused on converting waste feedstocks into sustainable fuels and circular chemicals using patented technologies. Our objective is to meet the demand for cleaner fuels, reduce global emissions, reduce waste and create a more circular economy. GIDARA Energy’s HTW® technology generates syngas, a versatile mixture capable of producing sustainable fuels like methanol, hydrogen, methane and bio or circular chemicals. This syngas can also be directly converted into heat and power, offering additional utility for various sectors aiming to reduce fossil resource use and carbon emissions. The HTW® gasification technology provides a cost-competitive solution, unlocking the value of waste for sustainable fuel and chemical production while prioritizing cost, energy efficiency and GHG savings. With over a decade of operational success and whole value chain integration, GIDARA Energy leads in the production of sustainable energy and circular products.
For more information, please visit www.gidara-energy.com.
GTI Energy is an organization dedicated to advancing the economy-wide transformation needed to deeply decarbonize energy systems while supplying the energy needed to support rising standards of living and economic growth worldwide. GTI Energy embraces a vision for integrated, low-carbon, low-cost energy systems that leverage gases, liquids, infrastructure, and efficiency to meet the urgent challenges presented by climate change and global energy access.
With a team that includes some of the nation’s top energy scientists, engineers, and thought leaders, we are helping deliver clean and resilient solutions to a growing world. GTI Energy partners with organizations around the globe to operationalize the ambitious aspirations required for the global energy transition.
CHOREN: Industrial Excellence in Advanced Gasification
CHOREN is a global leader in high-performance thermochemical conversion, backed by decades of expertise in technical licensing and large-scale engineering. The company’s core strength is its sophisticated entrained flow gasification, proven through long-term commercial operations in demanding high-pressure environments across Asia, particularly China.
CHOREN sets industry benchmarks by converting diverse feedstocks—including low-rank, high-moisture, and high-ash coals—with up to >99% carbon conversion and 83% cold gas efficiency. Our technology delivers high-purity syngas (up to 93% CO+H2) while reducing O2 consumption by 15-20% compared to slurry feeding. This technical edge translates directly into lower CAPEX, environmental compliance, and superior equipment durability.
By bridging the gap between innovative R&D and robust, revenue-generating industrial applications, CHOREN enables partners to scale lab-proven engineering into high-capacity solutions. Today, with a unique combination of operational insights and practical history, CHOREN is the essential partner for implementing efficient gasification within a modern circular carbon economy.
ACI has put together a range of packages to suit your requirements. These range from branding options, to full scale partner solutions and can be tailored to meet your objectives and budgets.
If you are launching a new product or service and wish to gain visibility and brand recognition within your industry, contact us today!
For commercial opportunities, please contact:
Krisztina Maria Szabo
Tel: +44 (0) 203 141 0603
Email: [email protected]
At the event we strive not only to bring you to the same location at the same time as your customers/suppliers/peers, we strive to ensure you meet face-to-face with each and every one of your target contacts and to provide you with the time you need to have multiple unhurried conversations with them and build a lasting business relationship:
- A pre-event informal introduction the evening before the conference
- Over five and a half hours of networking built into the two day conference agenda including an evening drinks reception
- A networking grid which enables you to make your target contacts aware you are looking for them
- ACI’s on-site team will assist you in locating your hard-to-find target contacts & make face-to-face introductions
Of course, if there is anybody you are unable to meet over the two days, ACI’s event team will do their best to initiate contact after the event.
